Nutrition and Diet: Food Ingredients, Labels, and More
Welcome to our nutrition and diet page, where you can learn about what you’re really eating. If you’re seeking guidance on meal planning, exploring dietary trends, or aiming to learn about nutrients in food so that you can make informed food choices, you are in the right place. We are always improving this page – so be sure to check back often.
80% of Americans Exposed to Fertility-Ruining Pesticides in Oat-Based Foods
A concerning discovery has been made regarding the presence of a chemical pesticide, chlormequat, in oat-based foods available in the U.S.
FDA: Children’s Applesauce PURPOSELY Contaminated with Heavy Metals
The FDA believes certain brands of children’s applesauce have been intentionally contaminated with heavy metals lead chromate.
Virus-Resistant GMO Pork Inches Closer to Human Consumption Amidst Consumer Uncertainty
Virus-resistant pork from genetically modified pigs could soon be served as your next meal. Are you ready for GMO bacon?
Zinc “Crucial” for Improving Blood Sugar Regulation for Diabetics
Good news for diabetics. A meta analysis suggests zinc supplementation plays a crucial role in enhancing blood sugar control.
GMO-Free Cheerios: Well-Played Marketing, General Mills
Earlier this month, cereal giant General Mills announced that its original Cheerios cereal would be GMO-free. A well played marketing move indeed.
Coca Cola and Pepsi Battle Over San Francisco University ‘Pouring Rights’
Coca-Cola and Pepsi Co. are battling to have their beverage lines sold at San Francisco State University. Will either soda giant make it in?
GMO Farmer: ‘I Won’t Eat My Own Crops’
A GMO farmer will not eat his own crops because they are questionable and toxic. What are the moral implications of planting food you are aware is toxic?
3 Whole Food Supplements that Go Beyond Multivitamins
Most multivitamins can not give you the optimal health as whole foods do. Here are 3 whole food supplements that can provide depth of nutrition.
Preventing Macular Degeneration, Vision Loss with Spinach
In an effort to stay ahead of the curve, scientists are suggesting that including spinach in your diet could protect your eyes from the changes that cause macular degeneration.
Bisphenol A: How to Reduce BPA Exposure From Food
Plastic containers and canned foods can be found in most kitchens because they are convenient and affordable. But there is growing evidence that our use of packaged food comes at…